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Practical Tips for Managing Finances After the Loss of a Spouse
Losing a spouse is one of life’s most difficult experiences. Not only are you grieving the loss of your partner, but you might also find yourself juggling financial responsibilities you weren’t fully prepared for. First, take a deep breath and give yourself grace. It’s okay to feel overwhelmed. This guide is here to help you take it one step at a time, offering practical tips to organize your finances and regain a sense of control.

Candice Mitchell, MS, LCPC, NCC, EdD
Jun 33 min read
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Practical Tips for Achieving Mental Wellness
Achieving mental wellness is essential for leading a fulfilling life. As we navigate the complexities of our daily routines, it can be easy to overlook our mental health. With the increasing pace of modern life, prioritizing mental wellness can often take a backseat to other responsibilities. However, taking small proactive steps can make a significant difference. Here, we will explore practical tips to enhance your mental wellness and make it an integral part of your daily l

Hannah Prochaska
May 194 min read
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Navigating Life After Loss: Sharon's Journey
The days following such a profound loss can feel like a storm you can’t escape. It’s disorienting, heart-wrenching, and often filled with moments you never anticipated. Through Sharon’s story, we’ll explore the complexities of grief, the challenges of planning the next steps, and the surprising emotional hurdles that might follow.

Candice Mitchell, MS, LCPC, NCC, EdD
May 154 min read
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Rediscovering Strength: Life After the Supportive Calls Fade
If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Losing a spouse shakes your life to its core, and one of the hardest things to reconcile is how some relationships change after their death. Friends and family, often unintentionally, withdraw. It can leave you feeling isolated and forgotten just when you need support the most.

Candice Mitchell, MS, LCPC, NCC, EdD
May 14 min read
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Widow's Fire, Grief, and the Glass That Pours Too Much Comfort
Losing a spouse feels like losing half your soul. It’s a pain so deep that words can't articulate it, and it brings an emotional void that many of us aren't prepared for. For me, and for countless others, this loss ushered in a period where I fell into two familiar traps of grief—widow's fire and drinking too much.

Candice Mitchell, MS, LCPC, NCC, EdD
Apr 244 min read
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Understanding Trauma and Its Impact on Mental Health
Trauma is an experience that profoundly impacts mental health. It can stem from various sources, including accidents, natural disasters, emotional abuse, or witnessing violence. Understanding the effects of trauma on mental well-being is essential to addressing its consequences effectively. In this blog post, we will delve into what trauma is, its types, and the significance of trauma therapy in healing.

Hannah Prochaska
Apr 224 min read
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Navigating Life After Loss: When Is It Okay to Date Again?
For many widows and widowers, the question of when—and whether—it’s okay to date again can feel overwhelming. The grief, the guilt, and fear

Candice Mitchell, MS, LCPC, NCC, EdD
Mar 274 min read
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Unveiling the Next Chapter: Dory's Journey of a Widow's Healing and Betrayal
Grief is never simple. So many people messaged asking for the whole story. Here it is! For Dory, it was more like a storm that refused to p

Candice Mitchell, MS, LCPC, NCC, EdD
Mar 148 min read
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Exploring Grief and Healing: A Widower's Perspective in the Weekly Widow's Fire Series
Grief is one of the most complex journeys anyone can experience, an emotional landscape filled with waves of longing, moments of clarity, an

Candice Mitchell, MS, LCPC, NCC, EdD
Mar 104 min read
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